HSI (Hispanic-Serving Institution) Initiatives

Since the fall of 2019, Texas Tech University has been designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). This federal designation enables Texas Tech to apply for grant funding to better resource, access, retain, and graduate Hispanic students. While this designation is centered on minoritized, rural, low-income, and Pell-eligible students, the funding from these grants creates broader resources benefiting all students. To achieve this status, Campus Access & Engagement and other campus partners gathered data to become a Title III- and Title V-eligible institution and show Hispanic, full-time enrolled, undergraduate enrollment was at 25% beginning in the fall of 2017. The Texas Tech community is proud of its HSI designation and works to continue ensuring access and opportunity to all students through the benefits of this designation.

Our Mission

Our mission is to utilize federal grants and our Hispanic Serving Institution designation to increase student access, retention and graduation rates.

Our Vision

Our vision is to empower every member of our campus community to achieve their fullest potential, through enhanced access to resources, support for academic and personal growth, and a strong connection with the Lubbock community. We aim to be a leader in providing an environment where every student is equipped for success and prepared to make a positive impact on the world around them.

Programs & Initiatives

Hispanic-Serving Institution Week: This week includes events and discussions to foster and promote conversations about the benefits of being a Hispanic-Serving Institution. All events and programs during the weeklong celebration are open to the Texas Tech and Lubbock communities.

Events

 

HSI & Title V Spring 2024

For additional information, please contact:

Jarett T. Lujan, Ph.D.
Director
jarett.lujan@ttu.edu

Sara Martinez, M.Ed
Title V. HSI Grant Program Manager
sara.ad.martinez@ttu.edu

Prospective and current students needing assistance, please contact:

Saidi Soliz, M.A.
Retention Specialist
saidi.soliz@ttu.edu

Sasha G. González, M.Ed.
First-Generation Administrator
sasha.g.gonzalez@ttu.edu